Nurse Practitioner- Oncology

Nurse Practitioner

Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego is a proud partner of One Oncology's network of the nation's leading oncology practices.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Objective: The Nurse Practitioner provides direct and indirect patient care reflecting initiative, flexibility, and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with a minimum of supervision.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Effectively assessing routine follow up patients as well as add-ons, with an average schedule load of 8-12 patients per day. Ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. Communicating with providers as warranted. Completing notes and charges in a timely manner.
• Facilitating refills of specialty medications such as Capecitabine, Palbociclib, Ibrutinib, etc. as well as prescriptions for controlled substances.
• Frequently manage bone density of patients for physicians.
• Assist nursing staff with patient's infusion/allergy reactions.
• Manage your own inbox including patient questions, prescription refills, etc.
• Manage physician inboxes when physicians are out of office.
• Authorizations and registrations into Lenalidomide/Pomalidomide or other REMS program.
• Handles emergency situations with skill and accuracy, while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Ensures all aspects of patient care are performed in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical / health care errors. This includes but is not limited to adjusting treatment orders as indicated or agreed upon by practice physicians.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Provides an interdisciplinary approach to patient care by effectively consulting with other health team members / departments.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops. Shows initiative for professional practice and pursuing ongoing education.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

*This job description is not designed to cover an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties may be assigned and activities may change any time with or without notice, as applicable. Furthermore, job descriptions do not establish a contract or change the at-will nature of employment.

Experience, Qualifications/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current California RN License, Nurse Practitioner and Furnishing certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Current DEA License or willing to obtain within one month of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in outpatient oncology setting.
• OCN Certification, required
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong pharmacology knowledge including drug names and available dosage forms.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in computer processing functions and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to calmly and professionally resolve patient issues with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

• This position functions primarily indoors in a medical / business environment. Employee may be exposed to blood borne pathogens, radiation, bio waste and other medically-related factors, with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Visual acuity to read and compute screen and paper documents; close and distance vision, peripheral vision depth perception, ability to adjust focus; hearing acuity to converse with staff and customers; ability to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, and lift and move 25 pounds on a regular basis; ability to sit for hours at a time . Employee will be exposed to moderate noise levels, interruptions, and occasionally asked to work evening and weekends as needed.

Travel:

Travel between local offices when necessary.

Pay: Starting at $140,000/year